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Sora has been discontinued. This comparison is kept for historical reference.

Sora vs Luma

A side-by-side comparison of Sora and Luma — ratings, pricing, strengths, weaknesses and who each one is best for.

Updated 2026

Criteria
Sora
Video tool
Luma
Video tool
Rating
4.7
4.4
Pricing
  • Discontinued: —
  • Free: Free
  • Plus: $30/mo
  • Pro: $90/mo
Pros
  • ✓ Was a quality benchmark
  • ✓ Synced audio & video
  • ✓ Accurate physics
  • ✓ Historical reference
  • ✓ Smooth camera motion
  • ✓ Strong realism
  • ✓ Image-to-video
  • ✓ Keyframes
Cons
  • ✗ Product discontinued
  • ✗ No longer available
  • ✗ Alternatives need re-evaluation
  • ✗ Quota consumption
  • ✗ Limited complex scenes
  • ✗ Occasional queues
Best forHistorical reference, Tracking tech evolutionCinematic clips, Camera motion, Image-to-video, Concepts
PlatformsWebWeb, iOS, API

Our verdict

Sora has been discontinued — this verdict is kept for historical reference only, not as a buying recommendation.

Read the full Sora review →Read the full Luma review →

FAQ

Is Sora better than Luma?

In our review Sora rates 4.7/5 and Luma rates 4.4/5. Sora is best for Historical reference, Tracking tech evolution, while Luma suits Cinematic clips, Camera motion — so the better choice depends on your priorities.

What is the difference between Sora and Luma?

Sora: OpenAI discontinued Sora on April 26, 2026 (API sunsets by September). For AI video, consider Runway, Kling or Google Veo instead. Luma: Luma AI's Dream Machine, great at smooth camera motion and realistic video.

Which is cheaper, Sora or Luma?

Sora starts at — (Discontinued); Luma starts at Free (Free).